Sandon Park & Ride

You can use a ticket to hop on and off any First bus park & ride all day. For example, get off at Parkway or railway station, then get back on to go to the city centre, then back out to the park & ride site. Parking is included in the price when using the First bus.

After the service ends you will be able to use your First Bus Park and Ride tickets on the following First bus services.

Number 31 at - 2010, 2110, 2215, 2310

Number 336 at - 2040, 2140, 2240.

Monday to Saturday from Chelmsford only at the following Park and Ride stops:

·       Duke Street Careers Office

·       New London Road

·       Parkway

Parking only

If you are not using the First bus service and use an alternative you must purchase a park only ticket which can be purchased via Mobon App 12003 or at the kiosk located near the building cost £3.60 per day.

Park and Pedal

Bring your bike with you, leave your car at the site and cycle to your destination. Park and Pedal is £3.60 per day. We have bike racks should you chose to leave your bike at site overnight. We also offer Secure cycle lockers £20 per month, which includes free parking. Please visit Bikeaway to secure your locker.

Contact

If you have an event, query or complaint please contact essexparkandride@essex.gov.uk for further details and pricing.

Updates / What's on

Car boot sales

Every Sunday all year round

Visit Capital Car Boot Sales website for more information

Directions

Satnav users can find the A12/A414 junction adjacent to the site by using postcode CM2 7RU or what3words location of ///calm.pools.seats. 

The postcode is not an exact match for the location, so drivers should follow the P&R signs once they reach the junction to access the site.

FAQs

Can I use my Concessionary bus pass on the Park and Ride?

Travel is £1.60 return at all times, for holders of a valid English Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) Pass.

Holders of disability related concessionary passes and, where eligible, their companion, £1.60 before 9am (Mondays to Fridays) , Free at any other time. 

Can I drop or pick someone up from the site without paying?

• Yes there is a 20 minute free period

How many can I have in my group?

• Group tickets are for up to 2 adults and 3 Group tickets are for up to 2 adults and 3 (arriving in the same car)

Can I take my dog/pet on the bus?

• Disabled passengers are allowed to travel with their guide, assistance or hearing dog. The passenger must comply with any instructions given by the driver. The carrying of other dogs is allowed if they are well behaved.

What should I do if I think I have left something on one of the Park and Ride services?

• Go into the site office or email essexparkandride@essex.gov.uk

Can I walk up and use the park and ride

• Yes, you can walk to the park and ride and pay on the bus

Can I collect my vehicle after the site is closed?

Please note: Cars can exit the site after closing automatically through the barrier system with their First Bus ticket or if Park only once payment has been made.

Essex County Council shall not be liable for injury to any person unless caused by the negligence of the Council nor for any theft or damage of whatever kind to any vehicle or its contents whilst on this car park. All vehicles are parked at owner’s risk